Tanka: Daybreak

Daybreak

California Trip Jan 05
(Photo credit: (UB) Sean R)

A layered mixed drink–
night fades to sandwiched neon:
blue, brilliant hues, black.
Broken by an upraised wing,
interrupting the moment.


I’m trying this short form that’s new to me: tanka. It’s similar to a haiku with a hinge and an opinion.

Feel free to share your thoughts!